Strategic CFO | Growth Leader for Engineering Firm (Hybrid)

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC; Timonium (MD); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment (3 days onsite

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) plan + match

Free gym membership

Generous PTO

Free secure parking garage

Company outings & culture

Job summary

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC is partnering with a Baltimore County engineering firm to recruit a Chief Financial Officer. This hybrid role leads the accounting function, drives strategic financial planning, and mentors a talented team to support rapid growth.

The position offers a base salary of $150,000–$200,000 with bonus potential, strong benefits, and a flexible hybrid work model with three days on-site. Prior CFO‑level experience in Architecture/Engineering/Construction is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred.
• 10+ years in accounting/finance with CFO or senior leadership.
• Architecture/Engineering/Construction industry experience required.
• Proven leadership and ability to mentor accounting and finance teams.
• Strong strategic thinking, operations focus, and cross‑functional partnering.

Responsibilities

• Serve as strategic partner to CEO and leadership, advising on financial decisions.
• Lead long‑term financial planning, growth initiatives, and operational improvements.
• Monitor performance metrics and profitability; provide actionable insights to leadership.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting and close processes.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and financial analysis.
• Supervise accounting operations including AP, AR, payroll, billing, and project accounting.
• Mentor and strengthen accounting processes and controls across the team.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Financial analytics

Forecasting & budgeting

Team mentorship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

Deltek

Job description

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC is partnering with a Baltimore County engineering firm to recruit a Chief Financial Officer. This hybrid role leads the accounting function, drives strategic financial planning, and mentors a talented team to support rapid growth.

The position offers a base salary of $150,000–$200,000 with bonus potential, strong benefits, and a flexible hybrid work model with three days on-site. Prior CFO‑level experience in Architecture/Engineering/Construction is preferred.